Jewish American Heritage

In honor of Jewish American Heritage, WXXI-TV and Radio are proud to feature a variety of programs featuring Jewish Americans and their extensive culture and history.

Jewish American Heritage

In 1944, 982 refugees from 18 European countries were brought to the United States as guests of President Franklin Roosevelt.

Recently Aired

Monday, April 24, 2023 - 9:00pm
At age 14, every child attending public school in Germany is brought face to face with a dark moment in their nation’s past, confronting the reality of the Holocaust for the very first time. 
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 - 10:00pm
A survivor of Auschwitz returns to explore his past, and unlocks a secret.
Monday, March 13, 2023 - 9:00pm
In a powerful solo performance, Academy Award nominee David Strathairn tells the true story of reluctant World War II hero and Holocaust witness Jan Karski.
Monday, February 13, 2023 - 6:30pm
Join WXXI and our community partners for a free screening talkback event at The Little Theatre. An hour long excerpts from the THE U.S. AND THE HOLOCAUST series will be shown followed by a panel discussion on February 13 at 6:30pm. Free but please register here for general seating available first come, first serve to registrants.
Friday, January 27, 2023 - 1:00pm
Watch ondemand: THE U.S. AND THE HOLOCAUST, a new three-part documentary directed and produced by Ken Burns, Lynn Novick and Sarah Botstein, explores America’s response to one of the greatest humanitarian crises in history. through February 3rd.  

 

Jewish American Heritage

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